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Senior Language Engineer

WHAT MAKES US EPIC?

At the core of Epic’s success are talented, passionate people. Epic prides itself on creating a collaborative, welcoming, and creative environment. Whether it’s building award-winning games or crafting engine technology that enables others to make visually stunning interactive experiences, we’re always innovating.

Being Epic means being a part of a team that continually strives to do right by our community and users. We’re constantly innovating to raise the bar of engine and game development.

ENGINEERING - UNREAL ENGINE

What We Do

Unreal-powered projects have been on the bleeding edge of real-time entertainment for over 20 years. Our team of engineering experts are always innovating to improve the tools and technology that empower content developers worldwide.

What You'll Do

As a Senior Language Programmer at Epic Games, you will be at the center of our mission to enable the next generation of game developers. We are seeking someone with a passion for programming languages and their implementation. In this role, you will work on implementing the Verse programming language and integrating it with the Unreal Engine, a new programming language developed by Epic specifically for coding game experiences at the metaverse scale.

In this role, you will

  • Build out and maintain the language compiler and tool chain
  • Work closely with language consumers to ensure an exceptional user experience
  • Design and maintain the scripting interface to the Unreal Engine
  • Fix bugs and maintain the language code base

What we're looking for

  • Fix bugs and maintain the language code base
  • Proficiency in C++
  • Well-versed in software engineering principles, especially API design
  • Experience developing in a large codebase at a fast pace, making tradeoffs between usability, performance, and power

EPIC JOB + EPIC BENEFITS = EPIC LIFE

Our intent is to cover all things that are medically necessary and improve the quality of life. We pay 100% of the premiums for both you and your dependents. Our coverage includes Medical, Dental, a Vision HRA, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance & a 401k with competitive match. We also offer a robust mental well-being program through Modern Health, which provides free therapy and coaching for employees & dependents. Throughout the year we celebrate our employees with events and company-wide paid breaks. We offer unlimited PTO and sick time and recognize individuals for 7 years of employment with a paid sabbatical.

ABOUT US

Epic Games spans across 25 countries with 46 studios and 4,500+ employees globally. For over 25 years, we've been making award-winning games and engine technology that empowers others to make visually stunning games and 3D content that bring environments to life like never before. Epic's award-winning Unreal Engine technology not only provides game developers the ability to build high-fidelity, interactive experiences for PC, console, mobile, and VR, it is also a tool being embraced by content creators across a variety of industries such as media and entertainment, automotive, and architectural design. As we continue to build our Engine technology and develop remarkable games, we strive to build teams of world-class talent.

Like what you hear? Come be a part of something Epic!

Epic Games deeply values diverse teams and an inclusive work culture, and we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Learn more about our Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy here.

Note to Recruitment Agencies: Epic does not accept any unsolicited resumes or approaches from any unauthorized third party (including recruitment or placement agencies) (i.e., a third party with whom we do not have a negotiated and validly executed agreement). We will not pay any fees to any unauthorized third party. Further details on these matters can be found here.

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Epic Games is a leading interactive entertainment company and provider of 3D engine technology.

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CULTURE VALUES
Inclusive & Diverse
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Mission Driven
Diversity of Opinions
Work/Life Harmony
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Casual Dress Code
Fast-Paced
Growth & Learning
BENEFITS & PERKS
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Mental Health Resources
Life insurance
Disability Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Paid Time-Off
Maternity Leave
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Full-time, onsite
DATE POSTED
November 29, 2025
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